Divided into two:-
Congenital
Bicuspid aortic valve (1 – 2%)
A misshapen tricuspid aortic valve
Unicuspid aortic valve (rare)
Acquired
Heart conditions and other disorders
Age-related changes (scarring and calcification)
Rheumatic fever – damages the valve
Endocarditis – damages the valve
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